Diners' Choice: Great for brunch restaurants in Dublin 2

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Updated 05 March 2025

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Jay Kay’s cafe

4.8

4.8 (138)

€30 and under

Breakfast

Dame Street

About the restaurant

We are a family run contemporary style cafe, juicery and kitchen boasting speciality coffee, cold pressed juices, superfood smoothies serving breakfast, brunch and late lunch.

Opened in 2022, we wanted to offer our customers, both new and existing, the fresh, delcious Jay Kays offering both on the go and in person. .

Top review

Jazmin659

Dined on 10 Mar 2025

Really enjoyed brunch here, lovely place amazing food and service was great once inside but had a table booked and still had to wait 10 minutes outside meanwhile people who hadn’t booked and in a queue all got seated before our table which wasn’t a massive issue for us but probably not much value in booking. Would absolutely recommend and had a brilliant time.

The Storyteller

4.8

4.8 (29)

€30 and under

Irish

Dawson Street

About the restaurant

Modern Irish pub, serving the best in classic pub dishes with live music, fantastic drinks and superb service.

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Stephanie

Dined on 15 Feb 2025

The cocktails were so refreshing , they had a nice variety of gin, vodka and whiskey cocktails. The food was made with fresh ingredients & so yummy . My husband and I had the kale beet salad and the fish & chips, which were just perfect.

3fe Gertrude

4.7

4.7 (251)

€30 and under

Comfort Food

South City Centre

About the restaurant

3fe Gertrude is an all day diner with a focus on great food and coffee. It’s core customers are people who are seeking a space to socialise and meet their friends, family and colleagues any day of the week in a relaxed and informal setting.

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Seana

Dined on 14 Mar 2025

The staff are always so attentive, the coffee and brownies are delish

Elle's Bar & Bistro at The Iveagh Garden Hotel

4.6

4.6 (476)

€31 to €50

Irish

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Elle’s kitchen utilises the freshest local ingredients, blending a traditional bistro menu with seasonal Irish produce. The library is a cosy space, perfect for a cocktail or a quick bite, while the main room is perfect for more formal dining.

Enjoy private dining in our event spaces Elle's Suite or The Iveagh Suite for larger gatherings of up to 200 people!

Instagram: ellesbarandbistro

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Jackie

Dined 1 day ago

This was our first time here & I have to say I was very impressed. Food was really tasty & staff attentive but not intrusive.

Elephant & Castle - Temple Bar

4.4

4.4 (1293)

€30 and under

American

Temple Bar

About the restaurant

The Elephant & Castle Temple Bar is a vibrant American-style restaurant located in the heart of Dublin. It's the perfect spot for a casual meal with friends or family. Our menu offers a diverse selection of dishes, including chicken wings, gourmet burgers, and homemade desserts. We are open seven days a week, providing the option to dine in or order online for collection or delivery. Come and enjoy a delicious meal with us!

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Patricia

Dined 4 days ago

Great food, lovely friendly staff. Chicken wings to die for and can’t fault anything. Well done E&C . Highly recommended

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4.4

4.4 (48)

€31 to €50

Modern European

South William Street

About the restaurant

For bookings more than 4 please fill out the contact form on our website 'https://www.tastecatering.ie/contact/'
If less than 24 hours please call 01-6798475 and we will do our best to accommodate you!

Taste food co. is open for breakfast & lunch 7days & dinner (Wed - Sat till late).

A bustling restaurant in the heart of the city centre a couple of miuntes from Grafton street with excellent outdoor seating and spacious indoor dining on two floors. A friendly welcome awaits your visit.

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Susan

Dined on 5 Mar 2025

Our first visit and it won’t be our last. It had chicken chipotle wrap which was so nice. My husband had the chicken burger which he really enjoyed. Our waiter Carlos was so friendly. The decor is beautiful.

Pog Tara Street

4.4

4.4 (148)

€30 and under

European

South City Centre

About the restaurant

Great food, great venue, great people. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Louise

Dined on 21 Feb 2025

I had breakfast in Pog twice in 3 days,its a lovely place to eat,food is really tasty.Staff are fantastic would highly recommend eating here.The menu is very good coffee fab 10/10

ALT at Wren Urban Nest

4.3

4.3 (91)

€31 to €50

Contemporary European

South William Street

About the restaurant

A charming oasis in the middle of Dublin city, ALT at Wren Urban Nest is a haven for sustainable, creative food, handcrafted cocktails and impeccable coffee, all in a dreamily stylish space.

With a casual menu of light bites and heartier dishes, the food in ALT is packed with fresh, vibrant ingredients that are impeccably sourced from a contact list of local, ethical producers. When food is made with passion, you can taste it in every bite. Our South African Head Chef Ronato, is as passionate, talented, and creates expertly crafted dishes that resemble works of art and are positively bursting with flavour.

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Ramon

Dined on 14 Feb 2025

The staff is wonderful, the food is delicious, and the atmosphere is super cozy.

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Experience

Bottomless Brunch

Bewley's Grafton Street

4.3

4.3 (255)

€30 and under

Café

Grafton Street

About the restaurant

Opened in 1927, our historic café nestled in the beating heart of Dublin is proud to have served the city and its visitors for almost a century. Enjoy world-famous tea and coffee, delicious food and extraordinary patisserie while soaking up the atmosphere of our unique Grand European Café style interior, adorned with art, ephemera, and beautiful stained glass, just as many of the great artists and writers of our time have done.

Located among the shops of bustling Grafton Street, Dublin’s premier shopping district, Bewley’s is the perfect place to fuel up for the day with a full Irish breakfast, take a break from sightseeing with a tasty lunch or treat yourself to an indulgent patisserie experience. Book now to confirm your Bewley’s Grafton Street experience, our team look forward to extending you the warmest of Irish welcomes!

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Martin

Dined 5 days ago

Very fancy surroundings, great service and high quality offerings. Not the cheapest but paying for quality, ambience and location.

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Experience

Bewley's Afternoon Tea

Pink

4.2

4.2 (111)

€31 to €50

Modern European

South William Street

About the restaurant

Pink isn’t just a colour, it’s an experience you’ll tell your family and friends about
From lunch and brunch specialities to our signature pink afternoon tea and night-time dining in the most beautiful restaurant, pink has so much to offer in Dublin 2, whatever the occasion.

Our menus are unique, just like everything we do at pink!

***Please note Afternoon Tea Bookings are not available on Opentable, bookings must be made directly with Pink Restaurant.

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Renata

Dined on 23 Feb 2025

Awesome food and super friendly staff! Totally recommend it!

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